Senior Environmental Planner – Water Infrastructure

WSP in Canada; St. Catharines; Hybrid; CAD 86,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP seeks a Senior Environmental Planner to shape Ontario’s water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure from planning through approvals. You will lead complex environmental assessments, guide regulatory submissions, and mentor multidisciplinary teams.

In the Environmental Impact Assessment group, you’ll deliver Municipal Class EAs including Master Plans, engage Indigenous Nations and stakeholders, and help expand WSP’s market presence through strategic client guidance and relationship

Qualifications

• 10+ years leading environmental assessments for water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure.
• Knowledge of Environmental Assessment Act, Endangered Species Act, Ontario Heritage Act and related frameworks.
• Experience engaging Indigenous Nations, regulators, and stakeholders using traditional and digital methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental assessments and approval processes for complex water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects.
• Deliver Municipal Class Environmental Assessments, including Master Plans and Schedule B and C projects.
• Direct multidisciplinary project teams to complete studies, impact assessments, and regulatory submissions.
• Design and implement engagement programs with Indigenous Nations, regulatory agencies, communities, and stakeholders.
• Provide strategic guidance on environmental planning, permitting, and feasibility studies.

Education

Degree in Environmental Studies or related discipline

Tools

Regulatory frameworks knowledge

Job description

WSP seeks a Senior Environmental Planner to shape Ontario’s water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure from planning through approvals. You will lead complex environmental assessments, guide regulatory submissions, and mentor multidisciplinary teams.

In the Environmental Impact Assessment group, you’ll deliver Municipal Class EAs including Master Plans, engage Indigenous Nations and stakeholders, and help expand WSP’s market presence through strategic client guidance and relationship